Crime & Safety

Boil Alert Triggers Schools Closures In North Metro

Several schools in the north metro are closed Monday following a water supply issue in the Blaine that warranted a boil alert.

At least 11 schools in the north metro are closed Monday following a water supply issue in the Blaine that occurred Sunday and warranted a "boil alert." It’s anticipated that school will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 14, after water testing has been completed.

Just after 5:00 p.m. Sunday, city officials began to receive calls and complaints over social media about a drop of water pressure throughout the city of Blaine. The drop in water pressured then triggered the boil alert.

The schools closed Monday include:

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  • Jefferson Elementary School
  • Johnsville Elementary School
  • Madison Elementary School
  • University Avenue Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Blaine High School
  • Centennial Elementary School
  • Centennial High School
  • Northpoint Elementary
  • Westwood Intermediate School
  • Westwood Middle School

How should water be used?

According to the Minnesota Department of Health, in the case of a boil water advisory, do not drink the water without boiling it first. Bring all water to a rolling boil for one minute and let it cool before using, or use bottled water.

Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until the boil alert has been lifted.

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Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.

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